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Subject 'Introduction to occupational therapy'

Name in Estonian: Sissejuhatus tegevusteraapiasse

Year:   2016/2017    2017/2018    2018/2019    2019/2020    2020/2021    

State code5TAO13ST
Study languageEstonian
ChairChair of Occupational Therapy
Credit points 6 ECTS; 6 ECVET
Grading method Nondistinctive

Aim

1. To design the skills to interpret the profession and understand its role in Estonian health care system in future occupational therapists;
2. To give the students basic knowledge of occupational therapy as a profession, its history, philosophy, ethics and terminology.

Study outcome

Learning outcomes:
1. Is familiar with the philosophy, ethics and historical evolution of occupational therapy in both globally and in Estonia;
2. Knows professional terminology, understanding occupation as tool and main object in occupational therapy;
3. Is able to explain the links between occupational ability, health and wellness;
4. Understands the role and work obligations of occupational therapist.

Is taught in following curricula

2016: TT  
2015: TT  
2014: TT  
2013: TT  
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